Nikon S80 vs Panasonic FS12

Its time to examine more in depth at the Nikon S80 versus Panasonic FS12, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S80 (14MP) and the FS12 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S80 was unveiled 17 months after the FS12 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the S80 scores versus the FS12 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S80 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S80 Gallery & Panasonic FS12 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S80 has got outer dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Panasonic FS12 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S80 versus Panasonic FS12 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the S80 versus the FS12.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S80 and FS12 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The pic here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S80 and FS12.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon S80 to show extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more modern S80 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.